Job Description

Due to critical service need of the communities we serve, we are offering a $3000.00 sign-on bonus.* We are eager to continue to provide quality and compassionate care in our service areas and need you to make this happen!

The Outpatient Nurse is responsible for the operation of the Medication Clinic. Functions as a case manager for consumers served by medication clinic.

This is a full time position working four 10 hours shifts per week. This position will be split between our High Ridge and Hillsboro offices. This candidate must be willing to travel to nearby offices as needed for coverage.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS – JOB SPECIFIC

• Plan, organize and coordinate medication clinics
• Perform venipunctures, urinalysis, waived testing, and other procedures
• Stores and administers medications (to include injections) in accordance with the Medication Dispensation, Sample, and Patient Assistance Program Policies
• Provide patient education and instruction
• Screens telephone callers for appropriate referral/triage
• Maintain patients’ files, records, and other information
• Adheres to standard precautions, as appropriate, i.e., use protective barriers, handle, and dispose of infectious waste appropriately, proper handwashing
• Follow CLIA and OSHA regulations
• Assist in maintaining the cleanliness of unit facilities and equipment
• Monitor supply of laboratory stock and medical supplies, ensure supplies are ordered when necessary
• Serve as medical/nursing consultant to clinical services staff and persons served
• RN positions may serve roles within the clinic to support quality, safety, education, and compliance
• Assist in keeping quality & regulatory data records up to date
• Maintains BLS Certification
• Travel to other Compass locations to provide coverage as needed
• Other duties as assigned to include nursing assessments and other tasks within the scope of practice for other programs within Compass Health

WORKING CONDITIONS & EXPOSURE RISK

• Regular exposure to blood and/or body fluids
• Regular exposure to biohazard and/or chemical waste materials
• Regular exposure to fumes and/or gases
• Regular exposure to medications

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